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Festie (noun): A music loving adventurer who flourishes in the vibrant energy of festivals. Known for dancing to any beat, making new friends at every stage, and offering unwavering support to fellow festies in their crew. A true festie views every festival as a fresh opportunity to immerse in the moment and create lasting memories.


Festies is our backstage pass to the wonderful world of music festivals. We're Vanessa and Sunny, lifelong best friends who've explored 30+ different festivals between us. We've hit up festivals over 100 times combined. 18 of those, side by side. We cover everything from Coachella and Bonnaroo to Outside Lands and beyond. Think of us as your go to source for festival stories, tips, and all the glittery chaos in between.


We share advice, chat with the coolest folks in the industry, and spotlight hidden gem festivals you need to know about. From reggae to rock, EDM to indie, and hip hop to country, we dive into the music, vibes, and people who make festivals magical. We also highlight innovative products and festival hacks crafted by the community, because the best ideas always come from fellow festies.


Whether you're a first timer or a seasoned pro, we've got your back. So grab your hydration pack, lace up your comfiest shoes, and tune in, because the festival adventure doesn't stop when the music does.


Let's keep the vibe alive, one episode at a time.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) music festivals, concert podcast, festival travel, festival tips, festival prep, camping festivals, live music podcast, festival podcasts, electronic music festival, Coachella, Bonnaroo, Outside Lands Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson festiespodcast@gmail.com https://storage.buzzsprout.com/xyoqwmkatkn78c0qcwny4fwa30wz?.jpg Festies https://festiespodcast.buzzsprout.com Sunny Balopole Vanessa Gutierrez Clark Lawson Ep. 59 Bonnaroo Cancels 2027 Festival, Daisy Chain Fields Gets Mixed Reviews Ep. 59 Bonnaroo Cancels 2027 Festival, Daisy Chain Fields Gets Mixed Reviews Bonnaroo just dropped the news: no festival in 2027. We get into why a year off might be exactly what The Farm needs to come back stronger. Then we hop over to Olivia Rodrigo's Daisy Chain Fields, talking the mission, the crowd energy, and the logistics everyone's still talking about.

Check out the Festies Tool Kit for festival packing lists, planning resources, helpful guides, and products we actually use to make festival weekends smoother and more fun: Free Festival Planning Toolkit 

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]]> Bonnaroo just dropped the news: no festival in 2027. We get into why a year off might be exactly what The Farm needs to come back stronger. Then we hop over to Olivia Rodrigo's Daisy Chain Fields, talking the mission, the crowd energy, and the logistics everyone's still talking about.

Check out the Festies Tool Kit for festival packing lists, planning resources, helpful guides, and products we actually use to make festival weekends smoother and more fun: Free Festival Planning Toolkit 

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-19787832 Fri, 11 Sep 2026 08:00:00 -0700 1694 Bonnaroo, Bonnaroo 2027, Bonnaroo cancelled, The Farm, Daisy Chain Fields, Olivia Rodrigo, music festival news, festival cancellations, festival podcast, Festies, festival culture, festival lineup news, music festivals 2027, live music, concert news 59 full true Ep. 58 Same Same But Different 2026 Prep Ep. 58 Same Same But Different 2026 Prep No stress prep for Same Same But Different at Lake Perris. Built from community tips plus everything we learned camping there ourselves. The gear that actually keeps you comfortable. The camp mistakes that ruin a good night. The food prep that makes festival days easy. Everything you need before you roll into Lake Perris.

Check out the Festies Tool Kit for festival packing lists, planning resources, helpful guides, and products we actually use to make festival weekends smoother and more fun: Free Festival Planning Toolkit 

See you at Same Same But Different!

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]]> No stress prep for Same Same But Different at Lake Perris. Built from community tips plus everything we learned camping there ourselves. The gear that actually keeps you comfortable. The camp mistakes that ruin a good night. The food prep that makes festival days easy. Everything you need before you roll into Lake Perris.

Check out the Festies Tool Kit for festival packing lists, planning resources, helpful guides, and products we actually use to make festival weekends smoother and more fun: Free Festival Planning Toolkit 

See you at Same Same But Different!

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-19755489 Fri, 04 Sep 2026 14:00:00 -0700 1588 SSBD, Same Same But Different, Same Same But Different 2026, SSBD 2026, Perris California, bass music festival, electronic music festival, festival prep, festival packing tips, camping festival tips, first time festivalgoer, festival podcast, Festies 58 full true Ep. 57 Festies Recap: Outside Lands 2026 Ep. 57 Festies Recap: Outside Lands 2026 Clark joins us to break down Outside Lands 2026, day by day.

We rank the highs. We rank the lows.

Surprise sets, sound failures, and the stuff everyone was talking about all weekend!

Check out the Festies Tool Kit for festival packing lists, planning resources, helpful guides, and products we actually use to make festival weekends smoother and more fun: Free Festival Planning Toolkit 

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]]> Clark joins us to break down Outside Lands 2026, day by day.

We rank the highs. We rank the lows.

Surprise sets, sound failures, and the stuff everyone was talking about all weekend!

Check out the Festies Tool Kit for festival packing lists, planning resources, helpful guides, and products we actually use to make festival weekends smoother and more fun: Free Festival Planning Toolkit 

And for more Festies content, follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube @festiespodcast

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-19682242 Fri, 21 Aug 2026 13:00:00 -0700 2760 Outside Lands, Outside Lands 2026, Outside Lands recap, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco music festival, Bay Area music festival, music festival recap, festival review, festival podcast, Festies, live music festival, SF festival culture 57 full true Ep. 56 Outside Lands 2026 Prep Ep. 56 Outside Lands 2026 Prep Vanessa and Sunny are joined by Clark this episode, gearing up for Outside Lands 2026: Reddit finds, the fog you need to dress for, and a few side quests in Golden Gate Park worth ditching a set for. Plus our battle-tested tips for surviving crowds, staying warm, and dodging the mistakes every first-timer makes.

Head to Spinning Platters for their top 10 of the bottom half of the Outside Lands 2026 poster.

Check out the Festies Tool Kit for festival packing lists, planning resources, helpful guides, and products we actually use to make festival weekends smoother and more fun: Free Festival Planning Toolkit 

And for more Festies content, follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube @festiespodcast

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]]> Vanessa and Sunny are joined by Clark this episode, gearing up for Outside Lands 2026: Reddit finds, the fog you need to dress for, and a few side quests in Golden Gate Park worth ditching a set for. Plus our battle-tested tips for surviving crowds, staying warm, and dodging the mistakes every first-timer makes.

Head to Spinning Platters for their top 10 of the bottom half of the Outside Lands 2026 poster.

Check out the Festies Tool Kit for festival packing lists, planning resources, helpful guides, and products we actually use to make festival weekends smoother and more fun: Free Festival Planning Toolkit 

And for more Festies content, follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube @festiespodcast

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-19579074 Fri, 31 Jul 2026 10:00:00 -0700 1654 Outside Lands, Outside Lands 2026, Outside Lands prep, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco music festival, Bay Area music festival, festival packing tips, festival prep, festival survival guide, festival podcast, Festies, live music festival 56 full true Ep. 55 Festies Recap: Stern Grove 2026 + SSBD Hype Ep. 55 Festies Recap: Stern Grove 2026 + SSBD Hype Just Vanessa and Sunny on the mic today. Sunny recaps seeing Major Lazer with Clark at Stern Grove, then hypes up Same Same But Different, one of her all-time favorite fests.

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You can watch our Stern Grove recap vid on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube @festiespodcast

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]]> Just Vanessa and Sunny on the mic today. Sunny recaps seeing Major Lazer with Clark at Stern Grove, then hypes up Same Same But Different, one of her all-time favorite fests.

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You can watch our Stern Grove recap vid on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube @festiespodcast

Check out the Festies Tool Kit for festival packing lists, planning resources, helpful guides, and products we actually use to make festival weekends smoother and more fun: Free Festival Planning Toolkit 


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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-19473433 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 09:00:00 -0700 1180 Festies Podcast, Major Lazer, Stern Grove, Stern Grove Festival, San Francisco, Same Same But Different, SSBD, Lake Perris, Music Festival, Festival Recap 55 full true Ep. 54 Festies Recap: Bonnaroo 2026 Ep. 54 Festies Recap: Bonnaroo 2026 Bonnaroo 2026 is officially in the books.

This week, Sunny and Clark sit down with Vanessa and her fiancé, Ed, to hear all about their trip to The Farm. It was their first time tackling a major camping festival in the ambulance camper, and we're going to hear all about it. The good, the muddy, and the unforgettable!

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Check out the Festies Tool Kit for festival packing lists, planning resources, helpful guides, and products we actually use to make festival weekends smoother and more fun: Free Festival Planning Toolkit 

Check out our Bonnaroo recap reel on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube @festiespodcast

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]]> Bonnaroo 2026 is officially in the books.

This week, Sunny and Clark sit down with Vanessa and her fiancé, Ed, to hear all about their trip to The Farm. It was their first time tackling a major camping festival in the ambulance camper, and we're going to hear all about it. The good, the muddy, and the unforgettable!

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Check out the Festies Tool Kit for festival packing lists, planning resources, helpful guides, and products we actually use to make festival weekends smoother and more fun: Free Festival Planning Toolkit 

Check out our Bonnaroo recap reel on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube @festiespodcast

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-19405610 Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0700 2626 Bonnaroo 2026, Bonnaroo recap, music festival podcast, camping festival tips, festival podcast, Bonnaroo 2026 lineup, festival recap, The Farm Tennessee, festival camping, live music festivals 54 full true Ep. 53 Festies Recap: Lightning in a Bottle 2026 Ep. 53 Festies Recap: Lightning in a Bottle 2026 Sunny and Clark are back from Lightning in a Bottle and giving Vanessa the full recap.

We cover favorite sets, workshops, camping adventures, festival lessons, new friendships, and the moments that made LIB unforgettable. Plus, we read notes left by fellow festies at our campsite, including stories, advice, confessions, and shout-outs from the community.

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Shout out to everyone who left us a note at our welcome table!

@casas-colorado @_pleaseletusrave_ @torib.diary @a_break_in_time @weareravetrash

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]]> Sunny and Clark are back from Lightning in a Bottle and giving Vanessa the full recap.

We cover favorite sets, workshops, camping adventures, festival lessons, new friendships, and the moments that made LIB unforgettable. Plus, we read notes left by fellow festies at our campsite, including stories, advice, confessions, and shout-outs from the community.

--

Shout out to everyone who left us a note at our welcome table!

@casas-colorado @_pleaseletusrave_ @torib.diary @a_break_in_time @weareravetrash

Check out the Festies Tool Kit for festival packing lists, planning resources, helpful guides, and products we actually use to make festival weekends smoother and more fun: Free Festival Planning Toolkit 

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-19257134 Fri, 29 May 2026 10:00:00 -0700 2476 Lightning in a Bottle, LIB Festival, Music Festivals, Festival Camping, Festival Tips, EDM Festival, Festival Community, Festival Recap, Festies Podcast, Festival Life 53 full true Ep. 52 How SideQuest Grid Is Changing the Music Festival Experience Ep. 52 How SideQuest Grid Is Changing the Music Festival Experience In this episode, we talk with Lauren and David, the creators of Sidequest Grid, a festival-based social game that helps attendees meet new people and discover the magic between the sets.

Lauren and David have spent the last few years living full-time in their van, traveling to music festivals across the country and sharing their experiences on Soundchecks to Stage Dives. After attending more than 20 festivals, they turned their passion for community into a creative way to help festival-goers connect.

Going to Bonnaroo? Head to their website to get the Bonnaroo Adventure Box! Pre-orders available until May 21st, 2026.

SideQuest Grid Socials: Instagram  TikTok    Facebook Group: The Wandering Order  


Check out the Festies Tool Kit for festival packing lists, planning resources, helpful guides, and products we actually use to make festival weekends smoother and more fun: Free Festival Planning Toolkit 

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]]> In this episode, we talk with Lauren and David, the creators of Sidequest Grid, a festival-based social game that helps attendees meet new people and discover the magic between the sets.

Lauren and David have spent the last few years living full-time in their van, traveling to music festivals across the country and sharing their experiences on Soundchecks to Stage Dives. After attending more than 20 festivals, they turned their passion for community into a creative way to help festival-goers connect.

Going to Bonnaroo? Head to their website to get the Bonnaroo Adventure Box! Pre-orders available until May 21st, 2026.

SideQuest Grid Socials: Instagram  TikTok    Facebook Group: The Wandering Order  


Check out the Festies Tool Kit for festival packing lists, planning resources, helpful guides, and products we actually use to make festival weekends smoother and more fun: Free Festival Planning Toolkit 

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-19180698 Fri, 15 May 2026 08:00:00 -0700 2686 music festivals, festival community, Sidequest Grid, Bonnaroo, festival tips, festival planning, festival games, Soundchecks to Stage Dives, van life, music festival podcast 52 full false Ep. 51 Lightning in a Bottle 2026 Preview: Lineup, Tips & Our Plan Ep. 51 Lightning in a Bottle 2026 Preview: Lineup, Tips & Our Plan We're officially approved for media at Lightning in a Bottle 2026! In this episode, we break down what LIB is all about, why the community is so unique, and what we’re excited to cover on-site. We share lineup picks, can’t-miss experiences beyond the music, and real tips from our audience and Reddit to help you prep smarter. See you at LIB!

Check out the Festies Tool Kit for festival packing lists, planning resources, helpful guides, and products we actually use to make festival weekends smoother and more fun: Free Festival Planning Toolkit 


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]]> We're officially approved for media at Lightning in a Bottle 2026! In this episode, we break down what LIB is all about, why the community is so unique, and what we’re excited to cover on-site. We share lineup picks, can’t-miss experiences beyond the music, and real tips from our audience and Reddit to help you prep smarter. See you at LIB!

Check out the Festies Tool Kit for festival packing lists, planning resources, helpful guides, and products we actually use to make festival weekends smoother and more fun: Free Festival Planning Toolkit 


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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-19105044 Fri, 01 May 2026 08:00:00 -0700 1289 Lightning in a Bottle 2026, LIB festival, Do LaB, festival tips, festival planning, music festival guide, festival lineup, festival essentials, festival culture, Festies podcast 51 full true Ep. 50 Festies Recap: Coachella 2026 (FloorChella) Ep. 50 Festies Recap: Coachella 2026 (FloorChella) Our 50th episode is here, and we’re celebrating with a full FloorChella recap. Vanessa joins remotely from Iowa after her big move, and Clark joins us for the conversation as we break down the best moments from the Coachella livestream weekend.

We talk favorite sets, surprise moments, and share our thoughts on Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, and Karol G!

Check out the Festies Tool Kit for festival packing lists, planning resources, helpful guides, and products we actually use to make festival weekends smoother and more fun: Free Festival Planning Toolkit 

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]]> Our 50th episode is here, and we’re celebrating with a full FloorChella recap. Vanessa joins remotely from Iowa after her big move, and Clark joins us for the conversation as we break down the best moments from the Coachella livestream weekend.

We talk favorite sets, surprise moments, and share our thoughts on Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, and Karol G!

Check out the Festies Tool Kit for festival packing lists, planning resources, helpful guides, and products we actually use to make festival weekends smoother and more fun: Free Festival Planning Toolkit 

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-19062546 Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0700 2150 Coachella, Coachella recap, podcast fan culture, coachella memories, music festival podcast, festival podcast, Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, Karol G, Festies, Fest 50 full true Ep. 49 Inside the General Store at Coachella with Serena Flowers Ep. 49 Inside the General Store at Coachella with Serena Flowers Serena Flowers joins us to share the story behind the festival General Store you’ve probably relied on at Coachella, Stagecoach, and dozens of other major events. What started with a not-so-glamorous festival moment, getting lost without service and breaking a shoe, turned into the idea that launched her entire business. Over the past 20+ years, Serena’s General Store has served more than 80 music festivals across the country and over a million fans.

We talk about how the General Store grew from that initial spark into a fast-paced festival operation with multiple on-site locations. Serena also shares her newest project, Festi Essentials, a “general store in a box” designed to help festival-goers stay prepared as music festivals continue to expand across the U.S.

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]]> Serena Flowers joins us to share the story behind the festival General Store you’ve probably relied on at Coachella, Stagecoach, and dozens of other major events. What started with a not-so-glamorous festival moment, getting lost without service and breaking a shoe, turned into the idea that launched her entire business. Over the past 20+ years, Serena’s General Store has served more than 80 music festivals across the country and over a million fans.

We talk about how the General Store grew from that initial spark into a fast-paced festival operation with multiple on-site locations. Serena also shares her newest project, Festi Essentials, a “general store in a box” designed to help festival-goers stay prepared as music festivals continue to expand across the U.S.

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-18960762 Sun, 05 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0700 1989 music festivals, Coachella, Stagecoach, festival podcast, festival culture, Serena Flowers, Festi Essentials, festival vendors, festival general store, festival essentials 49 full true Ep. 48 Outside Lands 2026 Lineup Reaction Ep. 48 Outside Lands 2026 Lineup Reaction This episode is our Outside Lands 2026 lineup reaction! We pull up the poster together and talk through our favorite artists, surprises, and early thoughts on the lineup.

Outside Lands is August 7–9 in San Francisco. Going? Let us know in the comments!


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]]> This episode is our Outside Lands 2026 lineup reaction! We pull up the poster together and talk through our favorite artists, surprises, and early thoughts on the lineup.

Outside Lands is August 7–9 in San Francisco. Going? Let us know in the comments!


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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-18910565 Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0700 976 Outside Lands 2026, Outside Lands lineup reaction, music festival podcast, festival lineup breakdown, San Francisco music festival, Outside Lands artists, festival lineup discussion, festival planning tips, live music festivals, Festies podcast 48 full true Ep. 47 Inside the Bonnaroo Yearbook with Caleb Arias Ep. 47 Inside the Bonnaroo Yearbook with Caleb Arias Caleb Arias, creator of the Bonnaroo Yearbook Project and the mind behind The Bonnaroo Yearbook Guy, joins us to talk about documenting one of the most iconic music festivals in the world.

We talk about how the project has grown, what he’s learned along the way, and what’s next — including bringing the yearbook concept to Okeechobee Festival and expanding his Bonnaroo I Spy project.

Find Caleb on Instagram and TikTok @bonnarooyearbook and at bonnarooyearbook.com

Keywords: Bonnaroo, Bonnaroo Yearbook Project, Bonnaroo Yearbook Guy, music festivals, festival culture, festival photography, Okeechobee Festival, Hulaween.

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]]> Caleb Arias, creator of the Bonnaroo Yearbook Project and the mind behind The Bonnaroo Yearbook Guy, joins us to talk about documenting one of the most iconic music festivals in the world.

We talk about how the project has grown, what he’s learned along the way, and what’s next — including bringing the yearbook concept to Okeechobee Festival and expanding his Bonnaroo I Spy project.

Find Caleb on Instagram and TikTok @bonnarooyearbook and at bonnarooyearbook.com

Keywords: Bonnaroo, Bonnaroo Yearbook Project, Bonnaroo Yearbook Guy, music festivals, festival culture, festival photography, Okeechobee Festival, Hulaween.

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-18855263 Mon, 16 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0700 1990 Festies, Music Festival Podcast, Bonnaroo, Bonnaroo Yearbook Project, Caleb Arias, Festival Culture, Festival Photography, Festival Community, Okeechobee Festival 47 full true Caleb Arias Sunny Balopole Vanessa Gutierrez Clark Lawson Ep. 46 Warped Tour, Mayhem Festival & Aftershock Festival With Aaron Ep. 46 Warped Tour, Mayhem Festival & Aftershock Festival With Aaron In this episode of Festies, we are joined by our friend Aaron Apple, a longtime rock and metal fan and festival regular, to talk about the evolution of festivals from Warped Tour and Mayhem Festival to Aftershock Festival.

We dive into how Warped Tour shaped a generation of punk and alternative fans, how Mayhem Festival brought major metal lineups to cities across the country, and how events like Aftershock Festival in Sacramento became a modern home for rock and metal lovers. Clark and Aaron also reminisce about their day at Aftershock, the bands, the chaos, the nostalgia, and what makes festivals like these stick with you years later.

If you grew up on Warped Tour or found your scene at Aftershock Festival, this episode is for you.

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]]> In this episode of Festies, we are joined by our friend Aaron Apple, a longtime rock and metal fan and festival regular, to talk about the evolution of festivals from Warped Tour and Mayhem Festival to Aftershock Festival.

We dive into how Warped Tour shaped a generation of punk and alternative fans, how Mayhem Festival brought major metal lineups to cities across the country, and how events like Aftershock Festival in Sacramento became a modern home for rock and metal lovers. Clark and Aaron also reminisce about their day at Aftershock, the bands, the chaos, the nostalgia, and what makes festivals like these stick with you years later.

If you grew up on Warped Tour or found your scene at Aftershock Festival, this episode is for you.

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]]> Vanessa Gutierrez, Sunny Balopole, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-18759620 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0800 2282 Warped Tour, Mayhem Festival, Aftershock Festival, music festivals, rock music festivals, metal music festivals, alternative rock festivals, Sacramento festivals, festival culture, music podcast 46 full true Ep. 45 BottleRock 2026 Lineup Reaction Ep. 45 BottleRock 2026 Lineup Reaction We’re diving into our first reactions to the BottleRock 2026 lineup. We go day by day through the artists, call out the surprises, and talk about who we’re most excited to see. If you’re planning your weekend in Napa, this is your quick, hype-filled lineup rundown!

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]]> We’re diving into our first reactions to the BottleRock 2026 lineup. We go day by day through the artists, call out the surprises, and talk about who we’re most excited to see. If you’re planning your weekend in Napa, this is your quick, hype-filled lineup rundown!

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-18673709 Fri, 13 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0800 586 BottleRock 2026, BottleRock Napa, festival lineup, music festival podcast, festival planning, concert lineup reaction, Napa Valley festival, live music fans, festival tips, Festies Podcast 45 full true Ep. 44 Ritesh Patel on Building Ticket Fairy to Support Festival Creators Ep. 44 Ritesh Patel on Building Ticket Fairy to Support Festival Creators We chat with Ritesh Patel, CEO and co-founder of Ticket Fairy and founder of LOCUS Festival (A Drum 'N' Bass Experience in Paradise), to talk about how a love for throwing parties turned into building real systems that help promoters bring their vision to life.

Ritesh shares what producing over 400 shows taught him about the biggest challenges promoters face, not a lack of creativity, but a lack of time, tools, and capital. Those lessons shaped how Ticket Fairy works, from affiliate ticketing to fair resale and smoother on-site entry.

We also get into lineup flow, crowd energy, and why thoughtful curation matters just as much as booking big names. From creating Locus in Tulum and Bali to navigating agents, weather chaos, and even a volcano, Ritesh breaks down what it really takes to build festivals people feel connected to.

This conversation is all about supporting independent festivals, leading with community, and helping organizers actually see their ideas through.

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]]> We chat with Ritesh Patel, CEO and co-founder of Ticket Fairy and founder of LOCUS Festival (A Drum 'N' Bass Experience in Paradise), to talk about how a love for throwing parties turned into building real systems that help promoters bring their vision to life.

Ritesh shares what producing over 400 shows taught him about the biggest challenges promoters face, not a lack of creativity, but a lack of time, tools, and capital. Those lessons shaped how Ticket Fairy works, from affiliate ticketing to fair resale and smoother on-site entry.

We also get into lineup flow, crowd energy, and why thoughtful curation matters just as much as booking big names. From creating Locus in Tulum and Bali to navigating agents, weather chaos, and even a volcano, Ritesh breaks down what it really takes to build festivals people feel connected to.

This conversation is all about supporting independent festivals, leading with community, and helping organizers actually see their ideas through.

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-18596613 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 12:00:00 -0800 2804 festival podcast, ticket fairy, locus festival, festival promoters, independent festivals, music festival industry, festival creators, live event production, festival community, behind the scenes festivals 44 full false Ep. 43 Reflecting on 2025 and Looking Ahead to 2026 Ep. 43 Reflecting on 2025 and Looking Ahead to 2026 In this episode, we’re catching up on everything that shaped our year and talking honestly about where Festies is headed in 2026.

We share quick reactions from Governors Ball (June 5th - 7th in New York City), and walk through our 2025 scorecard, including what we hit, what we missed, and what we learned along the way. 

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Cheers to 2026!

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]]> In this episode, we’re catching up on everything that shaped our year and talking honestly about where Festies is headed in 2026.

We share quick reactions from Governors Ball (June 5th - 7th in New York City), and walk through our 2025 scorecard, including what we hit, what we missed, and what we learned along the way. 

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-18556935 Fri, 23 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0800 743 festival podcast, music festival podcast, festival content creators, festival industry, 2025 recap, 2026 goals, festival planning, behind the scenes podcast, creator economy, independent creators 43 full true Ep. 42 2025 Festies Recap: Our Favorite Festival Moments of the Year Ep. 42 2025 Festies Recap: Our Favorite Festival Moments of the Year We’re recapping our favorite Festies moments of 2025 — from Portola, SFJAZZ, Give Thanks, ACL, Stagecoach, Bonnaroo, and beyond. We talk about standout shows, unexpected moments, and the little things that made this year unforgettable.

As we head into the off-season, we’re slowing the release schedule while leveling up the storytelling. Got a topic or guest idea? DM us, share with your fest friends, and leave a quick rating or review to help others find the show.

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]]> We’re recapping our favorite Festies moments of 2025 — from Portola, SFJAZZ, Give Thanks, ACL, Stagecoach, Bonnaroo, and beyond. We talk about standout shows, unexpected moments, and the little things that made this year unforgettable.

As we head into the off-season, we’re slowing the release schedule while leveling up the storytelling. Got a topic or guest idea? DM us, share with your fest friends, and leave a quick rating or review to help others find the show.

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-18479069 Fri, 09 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0800 881 Festies, Festies Podcast, Festival Podcast, 2025 Festival Recap, Music Festival Podcast, Festival Culture, Festival Community, Festival Stories, Best Festival Moments, Live Music Festivals 42 full true Ep. 41 Bonnaroo 2026 Lineup Reaction Ep. 41 Bonnaroo 2026 Lineup Reaction We’re breaking down Bonnaroo’s early 2026 lineup drop, the festival’s return after last year’s rain, and why this mix of headliners, legacy acts, and deep-cut gems is sparking so much conversation. Plus, we get into the Reddit debate on the lineup and share our must-see picks.


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]]> We’re breaking down Bonnaroo’s early 2026 lineup drop, the festival’s return after last year’s rain, and why this mix of headliners, legacy acts, and deep-cut gems is sparking so much conversation. Plus, we get into the Reddit debate on the lineup and share our must-see picks.


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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-18384306 Fri, 19 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0800 1304 Bonnaroo 2026 lineup, Bonnaroo lineup reaction, Bonnaroo 2026, Bonnaroo festival, festies, music festivals, music festival podcast, Bonnaroo headliners, Bonnaroo Reddit, Festies podcast 41 full true Ep. 40 Festies Recap: Give Thanks 2025 Ep. 40 Festies Recap: Give Thanks 2025 We spent Thanksgiving weekend on the dance floor at Give Thanks in San Jose. From dark, bass-heavy energy to melodic, feel-good moments, the weekend showed how one festival can hold two completely different sides. We break down the sets, the crowd, the venue logistics, and the one upgrade we’re hoping for next year. Join us as we recap Give Thanks and share what the community is thankful for.

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]]> We spent Thanksgiving weekend on the dance floor at Give Thanks in San Jose. From dark, bass-heavy energy to melodic, feel-good moments, the weekend showed how one festival can hold two completely different sides. We break down the sets, the crowd, the venue logistics, and the one upgrade we’re hoping for next year. Join us as we recap Give Thanks and share what the community is thankful for.

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-18342148 Fri, 12 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0800 1184 full false Ep. 39 Okeechobee 2026 Lineup Breakdown & Reaction Ep. 39 Okeechobee 2026 Lineup Breakdown & Reaction The Okeechobee 2026 lineup dropped, and we are all in. If the stars align, this will be our new fest for 2026. With its stacked reggae presence, eclectic mix of artists, and a setting actually built for comfort—shade, hammocks, and the iconic AquaChobee beach—it shot straight to the top of our list. Join us as we break down the lineup and get to know the festival behind it.

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]]> The Okeechobee 2026 lineup dropped, and we are all in. If the stars align, this will be our new fest for 2026. With its stacked reggae presence, eclectic mix of artists, and a setting actually built for comfort—shade, hammocks, and the iconic AquaChobee beach—it shot straight to the top of our list. Join us as we break down the lineup and get to know the festival behind it.

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-18303473 Fri, 05 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0800 685 Okeechobee 2026, Okeechobee lineup, Okeechobee Festival, Festies, Festies Podcast, festival podcast, lineup reaction, lineup breakdown, music festival review, Florida music festival 39 full true Ep. 38 Home Bass Orlando 2025: What Went Wrong This Year Ep. 38 Home Bass Orlando 2025: What Went Wrong This Year A weekend add-on that promised shuttles, suites, and sunrise sets turned into a cautionary tale. In this episode, we break down how Home Bass, the resort “takeover” tied to EDC Orlando weekend, unraveled amid last-minute venue changes, vague updates, and a same-day cancellation that left so many people scrambling. It’s a late review, but the story still matters!
And before we get into it… 

Happy Thanksgiving, Festies! We hope you’re cozy, safe, and surrounded by good people today.

Sunny's Festival Corner:

Dimension Festival

Gem & Jam Festival

Give Thanks 2025

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]]> A weekend add-on that promised shuttles, suites, and sunrise sets turned into a cautionary tale. In this episode, we break down how Home Bass, the resort “takeover” tied to EDC Orlando weekend, unraveled amid last-minute venue changes, vague updates, and a same-day cancellation that left so many people scrambling. It’s a late review, but the story still matters!
And before we get into it… 

Happy Thanksgiving, Festies! We hope you’re cozy, safe, and surrounded by good people today.

Sunny's Festival Corner:

Dimension Festival

Gem & Jam Festival

Give Thanks 2025

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-18264877 Fri, 28 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0800 1094 Home Bass, Home Bass Orlando, Home Bass review, Home Bass cancellation, EDC Orlando, music festivals, festival issues, festival planning tips, Festies, EDM festivals 38 full true Ep. 37 Festies Recap: San Francisco Leonard Cohen Festival Ep. 37 Festies Recap: San Francisco Leonard Cohen Festival Sunny & Clark spent a night at the San Francisco Leonard Cohen Festival and got an honest look at how his music lives on in the community. The festival is put on by Conspiracy of Beards, a Bay Area choir dedicated to performing Leonard Cohen’s music.

In this episode, Sunny & Clark tell Vanessa all about their experience at The Great American Music Hall, where they saw the Red Room Orchestra perform the score from the film McCabe & Mrs. Miller—a soundtrack built entirely on Leonard Cohen’s tender, sardonic songs.

Shout-out to Clay Smith, the festival’s director, for inviting Festies into such a memorable night.

For more Festies content, please follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube @FestiesPodcast

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1. Noah Kahan's Out of The Blue

2. The Music Fest at Steamboat Springs

3. ALTer EGO

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]]> Sunny & Clark spent a night at the San Francisco Leonard Cohen Festival and got an honest look at how his music lives on in the community. The festival is put on by Conspiracy of Beards, a Bay Area choir dedicated to performing Leonard Cohen’s music.

In this episode, Sunny & Clark tell Vanessa all about their experience at The Great American Music Hall, where they saw the Red Room Orchestra perform the score from the film McCabe & Mrs. Miller—a soundtrack built entirely on Leonard Cohen’s tender, sardonic songs.

Shout-out to Clay Smith, the festival’s director, for inviting Festies into such a memorable night.

For more Festies content, please follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube @FestiesPodcast

Sunny's Festival Corner

1. Noah Kahan's Out of The Blue

2. The Music Fest at Steamboat Springs

3. ALTer EGO

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-18189422 Fri, 14 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0800 996 full false Ep. 36 BTS at Coachella and Stagecoach With Kevin Ep. 36 BTS at Coachella and Stagecoach With Kevin The lights and lineups get all the attention, but the real story of a world-class festival happens behind the scenes. We sit down with our friend Kevin Argueta, who has been in the Coachella and Stagecoach trenches as the payroll lead for the resources department — the crew behind cleanliness, sustainability, and nonstop operations that keep the experience seamless.

He shares what it’s like living in the Coachella Valley for weeks at a time, helping manage staff and making sure everyone gets paid! It’s an eye-opening look at how massive festivals support local communities while keeping the show running flawlessly.

If you love festivals, work them, or want to understand the machine behind the magic, this episode’s your backlot pass.

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]]> The lights and lineups get all the attention, but the real story of a world-class festival happens behind the scenes. We sit down with our friend Kevin Argueta, who has been in the Coachella and Stagecoach trenches as the payroll lead for the resources department — the crew behind cleanliness, sustainability, and nonstop operations that keep the experience seamless.

He shares what it’s like living in the Coachella Valley for weeks at a time, helping manage staff and making sure everyone gets paid! It’s an eye-opening look at how massive festivals support local communities while keeping the show running flawlessly.

If you love festivals, work them, or want to understand the machine behind the magic, this episode’s your backlot pass.

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-18148729 Fri, 07 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0800 1747 Coachella, Stagecoach, festival jobs, behind the scenes, music festival podcast, Coachella 2026, festival production, Stagecoach 2026, music industry, Festies podcast 36 full true Ep. 35 Festies Recap: Austin City Limits 2025 Ep. 35 Festies Recap: Austin City Limits 2025 Austin City Limits 2025 Recap (Weekend Two)
We’re breaking down our Austin City Limits weekend — what worked, what didn’t, and what we’d do again. From Johnny Stimson’s opener to The Killers’ massive closer, we talk about favorite sets, surprise moments, and a few lessons learned along the way.

Festival food, crowds, heat, and the moments that made ACL 2025 worth it.

Head to YouTube and see our official ACL 2025 VLOG!

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]]> Austin City Limits 2025 Recap (Weekend Two)
We’re breaking down our Austin City Limits weekend — what worked, what didn’t, and what we’d do again. From Johnny Stimson’s opener to The Killers’ massive closer, we talk about favorite sets, surprise moments, and a few lessons learned along the way.

Festival food, crowds, heat, and the moments that made ACL 2025 worth it.

Head to YouTube and see our official ACL 2025 VLOG!

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-18085454 Tue, 28 Oct 2025 08:00:00 -0700 2880 Austin City Limits, ACL 2025, Music Festival, Festival Podcast, Festies Podcast, Festival Recap, Live Music, Austin Texas, The Killers, Sabrina Carpenter 35 full true Ep. 34 Austin City Limits 2025: What We Learned Researching ACL Survival Tips Ep. 34 Austin City Limits 2025: What We Learned Researching ACL Survival Tips Austin City Limits hits different—the skyline, the dust, the heat, and all the little choices that make or break your day. We haven’t been (yet), but we did the homework so you don’t have to: smarter ways to get around, how to stay connected when service drops, and the packing list that keeps you cool instead of cooked.

We’re talking shuttles, chair check, snacks, vibes, outfits, and the mindset that makes ACL actually fun when things go sideways. Plus—we’ve got bracelets and stickers, so come say hi.

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]]> Austin City Limits hits different—the skyline, the dust, the heat, and all the little choices that make or break your day. We haven’t been (yet), but we did the homework so you don’t have to: smarter ways to get around, how to stay connected when service drops, and the packing list that keeps you cool instead of cooked.

We’re talking shuttles, chair check, snacks, vibes, outfits, and the mindset that makes ACL actually fun when things go sideways. Plus—we’ve got bracelets and stickers, so come say hi.

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-17949613 Thu, 02 Oct 2025 23:00:00 -0700 736 Austin City Limits 2025, ACL 2025 survival guide, ACL packing list, Austin City Limits outfits, ACL festival planning, surviving ACL festival, Festies podcast, music festival survival tips, Festies, music festival podcast 34 full true Ep. 33 Festies Recap: Portola Music Festival 2025 + Bob Moses Interview Ep. 33 Festies Recap: Portola Music Festival 2025 + Bob Moses Interview Portola Music Festival took over San Francisco, and Sunny and Clark were there with press passes. We conducted our first-ever artist interview with Bob Moses, saw Christina Aguilera, and danced through sets from DJs all weekend. Here’s the recap.

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]]> Portola Music Festival took over San Francisco, and Sunny and Clark were there with press passes. We conducted our first-ever artist interview with Bob Moses, saw Christina Aguilera, and danced through sets from DJs all weekend. Here’s the recap.

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-17927421 Tue, 30 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0700 1540 Portola Music Festival, Portola San Francisco, Bob Moses interview, Music Festival Podcast, Festies Podcast, Festies, Portola recap, San Francisco music festival, DJ festival recap, festival coverage, Portola 2025, live music podcast 33 full true Ep. 32 Austin City Limits Festival 2025: Ultimate Packing Guide Ep. 32 Austin City Limits Festival 2025: Ultimate Packing Guide Heading to Austin City Limits 2025? We’ve got your complete ACL packing guide. What to bring for travel, festival days, and everything in between.

We’re gearing up for Weekend Two of ACL (October 10–12) with all the essentials you’ll need, from hotel logistics to ACL’s official bag policies.

Our list covers the basics (don’t forget your wristband!) plus smart hacks for surviving the Texas heat, including what to pack in your CamelBak, must-have chargers, fans, sunscreen, medications, and more.

Whether it’s your first ACL or your fifth, this episode is your go-to prep guide.

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]]> Heading to Austin City Limits 2025? We’ve got your complete ACL packing guide. What to bring for travel, festival days, and everything in between.

We’re gearing up for Weekend Two of ACL (October 10–12) with all the essentials you’ll need, from hotel logistics to ACL’s official bag policies.

Our list covers the basics (don’t forget your wristband!) plus smart hacks for surviving the Texas heat, including what to pack in your CamelBak, must-have chargers, fans, sunscreen, medications, and more.

Whether it’s your first ACL or your fifth, this episode is your go-to prep guide.

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-17907600 Fri, 26 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0700 894 Austin City Limits 2025, ACL Festival packing list, Music Festival Podcast, ACL 2025 essentials, What to bring to ACL Festival, Austin City Limits tips, Festival packing guide, ACL bag policy 2025, Zilker Park festival guide, Texas music festivals 2025, 32 full false Ep. 31 Coachella 2026 Lineup Reaction With Kevin Ep. 31 Coachella 2026 Lineup Reaction With Kevin Coachella shocked fans by dropping its 2026 lineup on September 15th—months earlier than usual. Many thought it was a prank, but the surprise timing lined up perfectly with our interview with Kevin, a six-time Coachella veteran.

Headliners Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, and Karol G sparked big debates about the festival’s direction, while electronic fans are buzzing over Nine Inch Noise (Nine Inch Nails x Boys Noize), Major Lazer, and Moby. With legends like Iggy Pop and David Byrne alongside modern stars, the lineup carries a distinctly mature vibe.

Kevin shares his perspective as a longtime attendee and introduces his new vintage fashion project, Vintage Revival Forever. We also cover ticket details for Coachella 2026, happening in April, with sales starting September 19th.

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]]> Coachella shocked fans by dropping its 2026 lineup on September 15th—months earlier than usual. Many thought it was a prank, but the surprise timing lined up perfectly with our interview with Kevin, a six-time Coachella veteran.

Headliners Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, and Karol G sparked big debates about the festival’s direction, while electronic fans are buzzing over Nine Inch Noise (Nine Inch Nails x Boys Noize), Major Lazer, and Moby. With legends like Iggy Pop and David Byrne alongside modern stars, the lineup carries a distinctly mature vibe.

Kevin shares his perspective as a longtime attendee and introduces his new vintage fashion project, Vintage Revival Forever. We also cover ticket details for Coachella 2026, happening in April, with sales starting September 19th.

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-17870856 Fri, 19 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0700 1022 Coachella 2026, Coachella lineup, Coachella lineup reaction, Coachella 2026 lineup, Coachella 2026 headliners, music festival podcast, Festies Podcast, Justin Bieber Coachella, Sabrina Carpenter Coachella, Karol G Coachella 31 full true Ep. 30 Austin City Limits 2025 Lineup – Who We’re Seeing at ACL Festival Ep. 30 Austin City Limits 2025 Lineup – Who We’re Seeing at ACL Festival In this episode, we map out our Austin City Limits 2025 weekend 2 game plan - debating headliners, juggling overlaps, and discovering new artists. Whether you’re a meticulous scheduler or a go-with-the-flow Festie, join us for the fun of ACL planning!

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]]> In this episode, we map out our Austin City Limits 2025 weekend 2 game plan - debating headliners, juggling overlaps, and discovering new artists. Whether you’re a meticulous scheduler or a go-with-the-flow Festie, join us for the fun of ACL planning!

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-17836710 Sat, 13 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0700 1614 Austin City Limits 2025, ACL 2025, ACL Festival, Music Festival Podcast, Austin City Limits lineup, ACL lineup 2025, ACL schedule, music festival podcast, festival planning, Festies Podcast 30 full true Ep. 29 Diana Ross at Stern Grove 2025 – A Short and Sweet Recap Ep. 29 Diana Ross at Stern Grove 2025 – A Short and Sweet Recap Diana Ross closed out San Francisco’s Stern Grove Festival with a free, unforgettable show. At 81, Miss Ross dazzled with three costume changes and timeless hits like “I’m Coming Out” and “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough.” Stern Grove remains a Bay Area tradition — world-class music in a stunning outdoor setting.

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]]> Diana Ross closed out San Francisco’s Stern Grove Festival with a free, unforgettable show. At 81, Miss Ross dazzled with three costume changes and timeless hits like “I’m Coming Out” and “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough.” Stern Grove remains a Bay Area tradition — world-class music in a stunning outdoor setting.

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-17793676 Fri, 05 Sep 2025 08:00:00 -0700 605 Diana Ross 2025, Diana Ross Stern Grove, Stern Grove Festival 2025, San Francisco live music, San Francisco concerts 2025, Bay Area live music, free concerts San Francisco, Festies, Festiespodcast 29 full false Ep. 28 Festies Recap: Outside Lands 2025 Ep. 28 Festies Recap: Outside Lands 2025 We start this week’s episode catching up with Vanessa about her trip to Eminence before Sunny and Clark share all the stories from Outside Lands 2025. From the sets that had the crowd going wild to the funny little moments that made the weekend unforgettable, it’s a laid-back recap of San Francisco’s biggest music festival!

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]]> We start this week’s episode catching up with Vanessa about her trip to Eminence before Sunny and Clark share all the stories from Outside Lands 2025. From the sets that had the crowd going wild to the funny little moments that made the weekend unforgettable, it’s a laid-back recap of San Francisco’s biggest music festival!

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-17750738 Fri, 29 Aug 2025 08:00:00 -0700 2798 28 full true Ep. 27 Festival Crowd Etiquette: Do’s and Don’ts Every Festie Should Know Ep. 27 Festival Crowd Etiquette: Do’s and Don’ts Every Festie Should Know In this episode of Festies, Sunny & Vanessa break down the unwritten rules of festival crowd etiquette—from personal space and totem tips to hot debates like shoulder-riding and group spot-saving.

We share real stories from festivals like BottleRock and Lollapalooza, plus practical festival survival tips to help you navigate packed crowds with grace. Whether you’re a first-timer or seasoned pro, learn how to create good vibes, avoid eye rolls, and be the festival friend everyone wants nearby.


Sunny's Festival Corner:

Dry Diggins Music Festival

POP Montreal International Music Festival

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]]> In this episode of Festies, Sunny & Vanessa break down the unwritten rules of festival crowd etiquette—from personal space and totem tips to hot debates like shoulder-riding and group spot-saving.

We share real stories from festivals like BottleRock and Lollapalooza, plus practical festival survival tips to help you navigate packed crowds with grace. Whether you’re a first-timer or seasoned pro, learn how to create good vibes, avoid eye rolls, and be the festival friend everyone wants nearby.


Sunny's Festival Corner:

Dry Diggins Music Festival

POP Montreal International Music Festival

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-17674640 Fri, 15 Aug 2025 12:00:00 -0700 1512 festival crowd etiquette, concert crowd etiquette, music festival tips, festival dos and don’ts, festival survival tips, how to navigate festival crowds, concert etiquette guide, festival advice, festies podcast, festival culture 27 full true Ep. 26 Festies Survival Guide: Outside Lands 2025 Ep. 26 Festies Survival Guide: Outside Lands 2025 Outside Lands is next weekend (!!) and we’ve got your back. This episode is for all the first-timers—we answer your questions about what to wear, how to plan your day, and what to expect. We’re also introducing a new segment: Festival News, where we cover the Tomorrowland stage fire, the heartbreaking loss of a festival-goer, and updates from Bonnaroo. Plus, Sunny and Clark are going to Outside Lands, so stay tuned for some live updates next week 👀

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]]> Outside Lands is next weekend (!!) and we’ve got your back. This episode is for all the first-timers—we answer your questions about what to wear, how to plan your day, and what to expect. We’re also introducing a new segment: Festival News, where we cover the Tomorrowland stage fire, the heartbreaking loss of a festival-goer, and updates from Bonnaroo. Plus, Sunny and Clark are going to Outside Lands, so stay tuned for some live updates next week 👀

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-17596529 Fri, 01 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0700 2040 1 26 full false Ep. 25 Getting In, Getting Out: The Festival Commute Ep. 25 Getting In, Getting Out: The Festival Commute Festival transportation can seriously shape your weekend, especially when it comes to getting in and out.

In this episode, we’re talking about how to plan your arrival and exit so you’re not stuck in a sea of people, lost in a parking lot, or paying $90 for an Uber that never shows up. We cover what to consider before you go, how to keep your Festie's crew connected, and why just a little planning can save a lot of stress.

We’ve made the mistakes so you don’t have to.

Follow us @festiespodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for more Festie's content!

Sunny's Festival Corner:

Outside Lands Music Festival

Gathering of the Juggalos

Ultra Japan

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]]> Festival transportation can seriously shape your weekend, especially when it comes to getting in and out.

In this episode, we’re talking about how to plan your arrival and exit so you’re not stuck in a sea of people, lost in a parking lot, or paying $90 for an Uber that never shows up. We cover what to consider before you go, how to keep your Festie's crew connected, and why just a little planning can save a lot of stress.

We’ve made the mistakes so you don’t have to.

Follow us @festiespodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for more Festie's content!

Sunny's Festival Corner:

Outside Lands Music Festival

Gathering of the Juggalos

Ultra Japan

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-17555451 Fri, 25 Jul 2025 08:00:00 -0700 1484 festival transportation, festival travel tips, music festival planning, getting to a festival, leaving a festival, festival shuttles, festival parking tips, festie tips, festival logistics, festival survival guide, festies podcast 25 full true Ep. 24 Festies Recap: Bonnaroo 2025 Ep. 24 Festies Recap: Bonnaroo 2025 Vanessa's fiancé Ed makes his Festies debut to recap their wild ride at Bonnaroo 2025 - all one day of it! They talk travel mishaps, glamping, the EIGHT performances they saw on Thursday, and even meeting some of their podcast heroes. The weekend started out STRONG...until Friday's rain shut it all down. 

With Roo cancelled, they pivoted to a Nashville weekend with their Festie, Alex. They explore the behind-the-scenes challenges that led to cancellation, the community's mixed reactions, and how the "Bonnaroovian spirit" shined through despite the circumstances. The episode offers fascinating insights into festival operations, weather contingencies, and finding joy in unexpected situations.

Have you ever had a festival experience cut short? We'd love to hear your story in the reviews!

Note: This episode was recorded before Bonnaroo announced it will return next year, June 11-14, 2026! YAY!

Artists we saw:

The Droptines Kitchen Dwellers Wilderado The Lemon Twigs Marcus King Luke Combs Daniel Donato Insane Clown Posse

Sunny's Festival Corner:

Splash House

Guster's on the Ocean Weekend

SUNANDBASS

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]]> Vanessa's fiancé Ed makes his Festies debut to recap their wild ride at Bonnaroo 2025 - all one day of it! They talk travel mishaps, glamping, the EIGHT performances they saw on Thursday, and even meeting some of their podcast heroes. The weekend started out STRONG...until Friday's rain shut it all down. 

With Roo cancelled, they pivoted to a Nashville weekend with their Festie, Alex. They explore the behind-the-scenes challenges that led to cancellation, the community's mixed reactions, and how the "Bonnaroovian spirit" shined through despite the circumstances. The episode offers fascinating insights into festival operations, weather contingencies, and finding joy in unexpected situations.

Have you ever had a festival experience cut short? We'd love to hear your story in the reviews!

Note: This episode was recorded before Bonnaroo announced it will return next year, June 11-14, 2026! YAY!

Artists we saw:

The Droptines Kitchen Dwellers Wilderado The Lemon Twigs Marcus King Luke Combs Daniel Donato Insane Clown Posse

Sunny's Festival Corner:

Splash House

Guster's on the Ocean Weekend

SUNANDBASS

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-17519511 Fri, 18 Jul 2025 08:00:00 -0700 3494 Bonnaroo 2025, Bonnaroo Recap, Bonnaroo Music Festival, Music Festival Review, Festiespodcast, Festies 24 full true Ep. 23 Festies Recap: SF Jazz Festival and Stern Grove 2025 Ep. 23 Festies Recap: SF Jazz Festival and Stern Grove 2025 This one’s for our Bay Area Festies! We’re recapping two totally different but equally iconic San Francisco summer festivals: the San Francisco Jazz Festival and Stern Grove Festival.

From legendary jazz sets in the city to blanket dancing in the trees, we’re sharing the full behind-the-scenes of our weekend. Sunny and Clark hit up SF Jazz Fest on Friday and Saturday, and Sunny went back on Sunday to celebrate Father’s Day. Meanwhile, Clark kept the music going at Stern Grove with friends. We’ve got stories, standout moments, and all the little things that made this a classic Bay Area festival weekend.

Artists we saw:

Mark Lettieri Salami Rose Joe Louis Kassa Overall Charles Lloyd Jahari Stampley Trio Somi Theo Crocker Ms. Lisa Fischer Stanley Clarke & Gonzalo Rubalcaba Brandon Woody's Upendo Tyreek McDole Orrin Evans Dave Holland & Lionel Loueke Patrice Rushen The Dip California Honey Drops

Sunny's Festival Corner:

Hinterland Music Festival

Neon Nights Country Music Festival

Rhyme Fest

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]]> This one’s for our Bay Area Festies! We’re recapping two totally different but equally iconic San Francisco summer festivals: the San Francisco Jazz Festival and Stern Grove Festival.

From legendary jazz sets in the city to blanket dancing in the trees, we’re sharing the full behind-the-scenes of our weekend. Sunny and Clark hit up SF Jazz Fest on Friday and Saturday, and Sunny went back on Sunday to celebrate Father’s Day. Meanwhile, Clark kept the music going at Stern Grove with friends. We’ve got stories, standout moments, and all the little things that made this a classic Bay Area festival weekend.

Artists we saw:

Mark Lettieri Salami Rose Joe Louis Kassa Overall Charles Lloyd Jahari Stampley Trio Somi Theo Crocker Ms. Lisa Fischer Stanley Clarke & Gonzalo Rubalcaba Brandon Woody's Upendo Tyreek McDole Orrin Evans Dave Holland & Lionel Loueke Patrice Rushen The Dip California Honey Drops

Sunny's Festival Corner:

Hinterland Music Festival

Neon Nights Country Music Festival

Rhyme Fest

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-17472449 Fri, 11 Jul 2025 08:00:00 -0700 1963 full false Ep. 22 Festies Recap: Mill Valley Music Festival 2025 — A Local Festival Gem Ep. 22 Festies Recap: Mill Valley Music Festival 2025 — A Local Festival Gem Join us for a full Festies recap of the 2025 Mill Valley Music Festival — one of Northern California’s most beloved boutique festivals! In this episode of Festies, we break down the lineup highlights, share our favorite artist sets, and discuss the laid-back community vibe that makes this two-day event so special. From delicious local food to kid-friendly zones, Mill Valley delivers a unique experience that blends music, nature, and hometown charm.

Whether you missed it or want to relive the magic, Festies has you covered with behind-the-scenes insights and honest thoughts on what made this year stand out.

Artists we saw: Marin School of Arts Band Meels Flamingos in the Tree Ghost Note Vieux Farka Touré The Crosby Collective Gary Clark Jr. Latin Jazz Youth Ensemble IrieFuse Mission Delirium Thee Sinseers Sister Nancy Monophonics Nile Rodgers & Chic

Sunny's Festival Corner:

Red Ants Pants Festival

Sound Haven Music and Arts Festival

Long Beach Jazz Festival

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]]> Join us for a full Festies recap of the 2025 Mill Valley Music Festival — one of Northern California’s most beloved boutique festivals! In this episode of Festies, we break down the lineup highlights, share our favorite artist sets, and discuss the laid-back community vibe that makes this two-day event so special. From delicious local food to kid-friendly zones, Mill Valley delivers a unique experience that blends music, nature, and hometown charm.

Whether you missed it or want to relive the magic, Festies has you covered with behind-the-scenes insights and honest thoughts on what made this year stand out.

Artists we saw: Marin School of Arts Band Meels Flamingos in the Tree Ghost Note Vieux Farka Touré The Crosby Collective Gary Clark Jr. Latin Jazz Youth Ensemble IrieFuse Mission Delirium Thee Sinseers Sister Nancy Monophonics Nile Rodgers & Chic

Sunny's Festival Corner:

Red Ants Pants Festival

Sound Haven Music and Arts Festival

Long Beach Jazz Festival

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-17439268 Thu, 03 Jul 2025 08:00:00 -0700 1678 Mill Valley Music Festival, Music Festivals, Bay Area Music Festivals, Festies, California Music Festivals, Summer Music Festival 22 full true Ep. 21 Festies Recap: Coachella & Stagecoach 2025 Ep. 21 Festies Recap: Coachella & Stagecoach 2025 Vanessa shares her engagement story while Sunny recounts her last-minute Coachella adventure, and Vanessa takes us through her Stagecoach experience in this desert festival-packed episode. From emotional milestones to unexpected setlists and the wild ride of planning (or not planning) for two of the biggest festivals of the year, we’re diving into all the highs, lows, and hilarious moments. Tune in for camping chaos, surprise artist sightings, engagement magic, and our ultimate takeaways from Coachella and Stagecoach 2025.

Artists we saw:

Coachella:

1. Moon Boots 2. Tops 2. 3. Lola Young 4. Three 6 Mafia 5. Missy Elliot 6. Lady Gaga 7. Ed Sheeran 8. Charlie xcx 9. Enhypen 10. Green Day 11. The Original Misfits 12. Megan Thee Stallion 13. Post Malone 14. Zedd 15. Polo & Pan

Stagecoach:

1. Tucker Wetmore 2. Whisky Myers 3. Brothers Osborne 4. Zach Bryan 5. JOE DREAMZ 6. Dylan Gossett 7. Koe Wetzel 8. Ashley McBryde 9. Sturgill Simpson 10. Jelly Roll 11.  Chayce Beckham 12. Treaty Oak Revival 13. Tracy Lawrence 14. Scotty McCreery 15. Goo Goo Dolls 16. Flatland Cavalry 17. Midland 18. Luke Combs

Sunny's Festival Corner:

Mosswood Meltdown

Beaver Island Music Festival

Day Trip Festival

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]]> Vanessa shares her engagement story while Sunny recounts her last-minute Coachella adventure, and Vanessa takes us through her Stagecoach experience in this desert festival-packed episode. From emotional milestones to unexpected setlists and the wild ride of planning (or not planning) for two of the biggest festivals of the year, we’re diving into all the highs, lows, and hilarious moments. Tune in for camping chaos, surprise artist sightings, engagement magic, and our ultimate takeaways from Coachella and Stagecoach 2025.

Artists we saw:

Coachella:

1. Moon Boots 2. Tops 2. 3. Lola Young 4. Three 6 Mafia 5. Missy Elliot 6. Lady Gaga 7. Ed Sheeran 8. Charlie xcx 9. Enhypen 10. Green Day 11. The Original Misfits 12. Megan Thee Stallion 13. Post Malone 14. Zedd 15. Polo & Pan

Stagecoach:

1. Tucker Wetmore 2. Whisky Myers 3. Brothers Osborne 4. Zach Bryan 5. JOE DREAMZ 6. Dylan Gossett 7. Koe Wetzel 8. Ashley McBryde 9. Sturgill Simpson 10. Jelly Roll 11.  Chayce Beckham 12. Treaty Oak Revival 13. Tracy Lawrence 14. Scotty McCreery 15. Goo Goo Dolls 16. Flatland Cavalry 17. Midland 18. Luke Combs

Sunny's Festival Corner:

Mosswood Meltdown

Beaver Island Music Festival

Day Trip Festival

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-17392644 Wed, 25 Jun 2025 12:00:00 -0700 3252 Coachella, Stagecoach, Coachella 2025, Stagecoach 2025, Music Festivals, Coachella Music Festival, Stagecoach Music Festival, Festies 2 11 full true Ep. 20 Bonnaroo 2025 Tips & Tricks Ep. 20 Bonnaroo 2025 Tips & Tricks We’re back, Festies!

After a little break, we’re catching you up on all the life updates (spoiler: one of us said yes 💍👀), plus diving headfirst into Bonnaroo 2025 prep. Vanessa shares her game plan for the farm, we break down our top Bonnaroo tips—from what to pack to how to camp like a pro—and Sunny’s Festival Corner makes its grand return. 

Whether it’s your first time at Roo or you're a tent-dwelling veteran, this episode’s packed with hacks, laughs, and all the love we’ve been storing up. 🌈🎪💖

Sunny's Festival Corner:

1. Zoo Town Festival

2. Desert Hearts Festival

3. BAD Day Music + Arts Festival

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]]> We’re back, Festies!

After a little break, we’re catching you up on all the life updates (spoiler: one of us said yes 💍👀), plus diving headfirst into Bonnaroo 2025 prep. Vanessa shares her game plan for the farm, we break down our top Bonnaroo tips—from what to pack to how to camp like a pro—and Sunny’s Festival Corner makes its grand return. 

Whether it’s your first time at Roo or you're a tent-dwelling veteran, this episode’s packed with hacks, laughs, and all the love we’ve been storing up. 🌈🎪💖

Sunny's Festival Corner:

1. Zoo Town Festival

2. Desert Hearts Festival

3. BAD Day Music + Arts Festival

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-17307430 Mon, 09 Jun 2025 11:00:00 -0700 1718 Bonnaroo, Bonnaroo 2025, Bonnaroo Packing List, Music Festivals, Festival Podcast, Festies Podcast, Bonnaroo Podcast 2 10 full true Ep. 19 Mill Valley Music Festival 2025: Lineup, Tips & Interview with Jim Welte Ep. 19 Mill Valley Music Festival 2025: Lineup, Tips & Interview with Jim Welte The countdown is on for Mill Valley Music Festival 2025! In this episode, we talk about what’s in store for this year’s fest, happening May 10-11 in beautiful Mill Valley, CA. We share the lineup and tips for making the most of your weekend and celebrate the unique vibe that makes MVMF one of NorCal’s most beloved community festivals.
PLUS — we’re joined by special guest Jim Welte, one of the cofounders of the festival, who gives us the inside scoop on how the event came to life, what’s new for 2025, and what makes Mill Valley Music Festival such a special part of the Bay Area scene.

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]]> The countdown is on for Mill Valley Music Festival 2025! In this episode, we talk about what’s in store for this year’s fest, happening May 10-11 in beautiful Mill Valley, CA. We share the lineup and tips for making the most of your weekend and celebrate the unique vibe that makes MVMF one of NorCal’s most beloved community festivals.
PLUS — we’re joined by special guest Jim Welte, one of the cofounders of the festival, who gives us the inside scoop on how the event came to life, what’s new for 2025, and what makes Mill Valley Music Festival such a special part of the Bay Area scene.

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-17099673 Mon, 05 May 2025 12:00:00 -0700 2346 full false Ep. 18 Festival Stories, and King Gizzard Lore with Cameron Ep. 18 Festival Stories, and King Gizzard Lore with Cameron In this episode, we’re hanging out with our good friend Cameron — a true festie who’s been hitting up tons of music festivals and chasing King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard on tour. 🦎✨ We swap stories about the magic of live music, the adventures that come with festival life, and the joy of following the bands you love. Kick back with us for a fun, music-filled convo packed with good vibes. 🎶💛

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]]> In this episode, we’re hanging out with our good friend Cameron — a true festie who’s been hitting up tons of music festivals and chasing King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard on tour. 🦎✨ We swap stories about the magic of live music, the adventures that come with festival life, and the joy of following the bands you love. Kick back with us for a fun, music-filled convo packed with good vibes. 🎶💛

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-17048825 Sun, 27 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0700 2148 2 8 full true Ep. 17 Coachella Memories, Tips & Vibes from Rj & Penny Ep. 17 Coachella Memories, Tips & Vibes from Rj & Penny Coachella's just around the corner, and unfortunately, these Festies have to sit this one out😢 Don't worry though—we've got two seasoned pros joining us for this episode! Our besties, RJ and Penny, are here to talk all things Coachella. They've been to the desert fest more times than we can count, including last year, and they’re sharing their stories, tips, tricks, and favorite moments.
From camping chaos to can't-miss sets, we’re reliving some of Coachella’s best vibes and helping you get in the mood—whether you're headed there this year or just vibing from home like us.
🎤 Expect laughs, memories, a little FOMO, and a whole lotta love for the magic that is Coachella! 

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]]> Coachella's just around the corner, and unfortunately, these Festies have to sit this one out😢 Don't worry though—we've got two seasoned pros joining us for this episode! Our besties, RJ and Penny, are here to talk all things Coachella. They've been to the desert fest more times than we can count, including last year, and they’re sharing their stories, tips, tricks, and favorite moments.
From camping chaos to can't-miss sets, we’re reliving some of Coachella’s best vibes and helping you get in the mood—whether you're headed there this year or just vibing from home like us.
🎤 Expect laughs, memories, a little FOMO, and a whole lotta love for the magic that is Coachella! 

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-16936187 Tue, 08 Apr 2025 08:00:00 -0700 2802 full false Ep. 16 Outside Lands Lineup Reveal! Ep. 16 Outside Lands Lineup Reveal! The Outside Lands 2025 lineup is here, and we’re reacting in real-time! But first, we put our detective hats on to try and decipher the cryptic clues that Outside Lands dropped before the big reveal. Then, we dive into our immediate reactions to the full lineup: who we’re most excited to see, the biggest surprises, and what this means for our festival plans. Tune in for all the hype, hot takes, and festie-fueled excitement!

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]]> The Outside Lands 2025 lineup is here, and we’re reacting in real-time! But first, we put our detective hats on to try and decipher the cryptic clues that Outside Lands dropped before the big reveal. Then, we dive into our immediate reactions to the full lineup: who we’re most excited to see, the biggest surprises, and what this means for our festival plans. Tune in for all the hype, hot takes, and festie-fueled excitement!

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-16878687 Fri, 28 Mar 2025 20:00:00 -0700 2304 2 6 full true Ep. 15 Festies Recap: Tahoe Winter Reggae Fest 2025 Ep. 15 Festies Recap: Tahoe Winter Reggae Fest 2025 Vanessa takes us inside her experience at the Winter Reggae Festival in Tahoe, sharing all the standout performances, unexpected moments, and festival highlights. Plus, we’re excited to announce our new partnership with Eargasm Earplugs! We break down why ear protection is essential for every festie and how Eargasm is making a difference for music lovers.
Tune in for festival stories, pro tips, and all the reggae-fueled fun! 🌿🎶

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]]> Vanessa takes us inside her experience at the Winter Reggae Festival in Tahoe, sharing all the standout performances, unexpected moments, and festival highlights. Plus, we’re excited to announce our new partnership with Eargasm Earplugs! We break down why ear protection is essential for every festie and how Eargasm is making a difference for music lovers.
Tune in for festival stories, pro tips, and all the reggae-fueled fun! 🌿🎶

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-16790131 Fri, 14 Mar 2025 01:00:00 -0700 1868 2 5 full true Ep. 14 2025 Lineups Are HERE – Coachella, BottleRock, Gov Ball & More! Ep. 14 2025 Lineups Are HERE – Coachella, BottleRock, Gov Ball & More! Festival season is coming in HOT, and these 2025 lineups did not disappoint! In this episode, we’re diving into some of the biggest festival announcements—Coachella, BottleRock, Governors Ball, and the legendary New Orleans Jazz Festival. Who’s got the best lineup? Which surprises got us hyped? And which sets are officially on our must-see list? We’re breaking it all down, sharing our reactions, and talking about what these lineups mean for festival season. Let’s get into it, festie fam!

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]]> Festival season is coming in HOT, and these 2025 lineups did not disappoint! In this episode, we’re diving into some of the biggest festival announcements—Coachella, BottleRock, Governors Ball, and the legendary New Orleans Jazz Festival. Who’s got the best lineup? Which surprises got us hyped? And which sets are officially on our must-see list? We’re breaking it all down, sharing our reactions, and talking about what these lineups mean for festival season. Let’s get into it, festie fam!

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-16712703 Fri, 28 Feb 2025 19:00:00 -0800 2051 2 4 full false Ep. 13 Bonnaroo Lineup 2025! Ep. 13 Bonnaroo Lineup 2025! We are so excited about the lineup for this upcoming Bonnaroo! So much amazing stuff happening on the farm this year! Join us for a chat about everything we are looking forward to with this beautiful festival.


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]]> We are so excited about the lineup for this upcoming Bonnaroo! So much amazing stuff happening on the farm this year! Join us for a chat about everything we are looking forward to with this beautiful festival.


Check out TOTEM Foundation

https://therealroobus.com/totem-foundation/

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-16628219 Sat, 15 Feb 2025 18:00:00 -0800 1845 2 3 full true Ep. 12 Better Together: Why Festivals Are More Fun With Us Ep. 12 Better Together: Why Festivals Are More Fun With Us Festivals are epic—but experiencing them with your festie besties? Next level. In this episode, we dive into why festivals are so much better when shared with your crew. From hyping each other up for the perfect set to navigating packed crowds like a well-oiled rave train, we’re breaking down the magic of festival friendships.
This episode is all about showing our gratitude for each other and thanking our festie fam for making every festival feel like home. So grab your festies, hit play, and enjoy our second episode of the new season!

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]]> Festivals are epic—but experiencing them with your festie besties? Next level. In this episode, we dive into why festivals are so much better when shared with your crew. From hyping each other up for the perfect set to navigating packed crowds like a well-oiled rave train, we’re breaking down the magic of festival friendships.
This episode is all about showing our gratitude for each other and thanking our festie fam for making every festival feel like home. So grab your festies, hit play, and enjoy our second episode of the new season!

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-16536924 Fri, 31 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0800 1354 2 2 full true Ep. 11 New Year, New Season! Ep. 11 New Year, New Season! "Happy New Year, Festies! 🎉 It’s officially 2025, and we’re kicking off the year with good vibes and fresh energy. In this first episode, we’re catching you up on what we got into over the holidays. We’re also sharing our resolutions for 2025, both personal ones and big goals for Festies! We’re so ready for this season and can’t wait to dive into all the amazing festivals and stories ahead. Let’s make this the best year yet, Festies fam!"

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]]> "Happy New Year, Festies! 🎉 It’s officially 2025, and we’re kicking off the year with good vibes and fresh energy. In this first episode, we’re catching you up on what we got into over the holidays. We’re also sharing our resolutions for 2025, both personal ones and big goals for Festies! We’re so ready for this season and can’t wait to dive into all the amazing festivals and stories ahead. Let’s make this the best year yet, Festies fam!"

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-16458756 Sat, 18 Jan 2025 21:00:00 -0800 1937 2 1 full true Ep. 10 Scammer No Scamming! Ep. 10 Scammer No Scamming! Scammers gonna scam, but not on our watch! In this episode, Sunny & Vanessa share their own stories of getting (or almost getting) scammed when buying festival tickets, plus tips on spotting red flags and staying safe when buying tickets from others online.

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]]> Scammers gonna scam, but not on our watch! In this episode, Sunny & Vanessa share their own stories of getting (or almost getting) scammed when buying festival tickets, plus tips on spotting red flags and staying safe when buying tickets from others online.

Follow us on all social media and more!
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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-16331253 Tue, 24 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0800 2068 1 10 full true Ep. 9 Festies Recap: Give Thanks Music Festival 2025 Ep. 9 Festies Recap: Give Thanks Music Festival 2025 In this episode, Sunny recaps going to Give Thanks 2024! A festival put on by Insomniac and Midnite Events, we chat about her experience and interactions with the wonderful DJ's and festival goers. Hope all the Festies out there are getting together with family and friends for the holidays. Thank you for listening!

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]]> In this episode, Sunny recaps going to Give Thanks 2024! A festival put on by Insomniac and Midnite Events, we chat about her experience and interactions with the wonderful DJ's and festival goers. Hope all the Festies out there are getting together with family and friends for the holidays. Thank you for listening!

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-16259062 Wed, 11 Dec 2024 07:00:00 -0800 1666 1 9 full true Ep. 8 Rookie Mistakes, Planning & Budgeting Ep. 8 Rookie Mistakes, Planning & Budgeting In this episode of Festies, we’re tackling rookie mistakes that can ruin your festival weekend. From showing up late and missing sets to skipping lineup research or blowing your budget, we’re breaking down common missteps and how to avoid them. Whether you’re a first-timer or a festie pro, this episode will help you plan smarter and enjoy every moment!


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]]> In this episode of Festies, we’re tackling rookie mistakes that can ruin your festival weekend. From showing up late and missing sets to skipping lineup research or blowing your budget, we’re breaking down common missteps and how to avoid them. Whether you’re a first-timer or a festie pro, this episode will help you plan smarter and enjoy every moment!


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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-16182313 Fri, 29 Nov 2024 12:00:00 -0800 2415 1 8 full true Ep. 7 Besties to Festies Ep. 7 Besties to Festies Get to know the faces behind Festies! In this episode, we dive into our backgrounds, share some laughs, and put our friendship to the test with a round of the Newlywed Game. Tune in and get to know us! 

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]]> Get to know the faces behind Festies! In this episode, we dive into our backgrounds, share some laughs, and put our friendship to the test with a round of the Newlywed Game. Tune in and get to know us! 

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-16074092 Sat, 09 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0800 3459 1 7 full true Ep. 6 Desitively Ep. 6 Desitively In the final episode of their three-part "reminiscing" series, Vanessa and Sunny dive into their epic experiences at Coachella and Bonnaroo. From the unforgettable performances to the unexpected adventures, they share the highs, lows, and everything in between that made these festivals stand out.

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]]> In the final episode of their three-part "reminiscing" series, Vanessa and Sunny dive into their epic experiences at Coachella and Bonnaroo. From the unforgettable performances to the unexpected adventures, they share the highs, lows, and everything in between that made these festivals stand out.

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-15946476 Mon, 21 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0700 1675 1 6 full true Ep. 5 Can You Woo Woo Woo? Ep. 5 Can You Woo Woo Woo? In this episode Vanessa and Sunny share great memories from, Life Is Beautiful, Air And Style, Russian River Jazz Festival, and Treasure Island Festival. Tune in for all the usual shenanigans and experiences that made them Festies!

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]]> In this episode Vanessa and Sunny share great memories from, Life Is Beautiful, Air And Style, Russian River Jazz Festival, and Treasure Island Festival. Tune in for all the usual shenanigans and experiences that made them Festies!

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-15849453 Tue, 01 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0700 1706 1 5 full true Ep. 4 Festies Recap: Outside Lands 2024 Part Two Ep. 4 Festies Recap: Outside Lands 2024 Part Two In this episode, Sunny and Clark (our talented engineer) dive into Days 2 and 3 of this year’s Outside Lands! Vanessa couldn't make it, but Clark & Sunny got to experience the incredible performances, food, art, and all the new stuff showcased this year. Together, they share their take on standout acts, surprise guests, and everything in between. Whether you were at the festival or following from home, this episode is packed with all the excitement and insider moments you won’t want to miss!

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]]> In this episode, Sunny and Clark (our talented engineer) dive into Days 2 and 3 of this year’s Outside Lands! Vanessa couldn't make it, but Clark & Sunny got to experience the incredible performances, food, art, and all the new stuff showcased this year. Together, they share their take on standout acts, surprise guests, and everything in between. Whether you were at the festival or following from home, this episode is packed with all the excitement and insider moments you won’t want to miss!

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-15750019 Sat, 14 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0700 4264 full false Ep. 3: Festies Recap: Outside Lands 2024 Part One Ep. 3: Festies Recap: Outside Lands 2024 Part One Welcome back Festies! This episode we will be doing a recap of our experiences at Outside Lands 2024. Vanessa wasn't able to make it but our engineer Clark is jumping in with Sunny to chat about the festival. This is just part one, some background on the festival and all of what we did and saw on Friday, Enjoy!

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]]> Welcome back Festies! This episode we will be doing a recap of our experiences at Outside Lands 2024. Vanessa wasn't able to make it but our engineer Clark is jumping in with Sunny to chat about the festival. This is just part one, some background on the festival and all of what we did and saw on Friday, Enjoy!

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-15660232 Thu, 29 Aug 2024 21:00:00 -0700 2549 1 3 full true Ep. 2: Thanks For The Memories - BottleRock and Outside Lands Ep. 2: Thanks For The Memories - BottleRock and Outside Lands A stroll down memory lane as we recall our experiences from two different music festivals! Bottlerock (Napa Valley, CA) and Outsidelands (San Francisco, CA) Tune in while we share our highlights and unforgettable moments from each festival!

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]]> A stroll down memory lane as we recall our experiences from two different music festivals! Bottlerock (Napa Valley, CA) and Outsidelands (San Francisco, CA) Tune in while we share our highlights and unforgettable moments from each festival!

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-15598636 Sun, 18 Aug 2024 12:00:00 -0700 1600 1 2 full true Pilot: Did We Just Become Festies? Pilot: Did We Just Become Festies? Join us for our first episode as we dive into the beginnings of our Festies podcast journey. Listen in as we share our first conversations, insights, and excitement about what’s to come.

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]]> Join us for our first episode as we dive into the beginnings of our Festies podcast journey. Listen in as we share our first conversations, insights, and excitement about what’s to come.

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]]> Sunny Balopole, Vanessa Gutierrez, Clark Lawson Buzzsprout-15548816 Wed, 14 Aug 2024 14:00:00 -0700 1085 1 1 full true